Dr. Nkabeng Maruping-Mzileni | Ecology and Conservation | Women Researcher Award

Dr. Nkabeng Maruping-Mzileni, General Manager: Scientifc Services, South African National Parks, South Africa

Dr. Nkabeng Maruping-Mzileni, renowned for her expertise in Ecology and Conservation, has been honored with the prestigious Women Researcher Award. Serving as the General Manager of Scientific Services at South African National Parks, she exemplifies dedication to biodiversity preservation and sustainable practices. Dr. Maruping-Mzileni’s leadership underscores her commitment to advancing ecological research and fostering conservation initiatives. Her contributions are pivotal in shaping environmental stewardship in South Africa and beyond. 🌿🏆

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Academic Record

Dr. Nkabeng Maruping-Mzileni has a rich academic background spanning over a decade, culminating in a DTech in Nature Conservation from Tshwane University of Technology. Her research journey began with a BSc in Zoology and Ecology from St. Francis Xavier University, Canada, followed by an Honors BSc in Wildlife Management and an MSc in Wildlife Management from the University of Pretoria. Her doctoral work focused on the emergence of bovine tuberculosis in lions at Kruger National Park, South Africa, from 2011 to 2015. 🦁 Her expertise extends to reintroducing captive-bred cheetahs into the wild, demonstrating a deep commitment to wildlife conservation and management.

Work Experience

Dr. Nkabeng Maruping-Mzileni brings a wealth of expertise to her role as General Manager of the Cape and Arid Research Units at South African National Parks. With a career spanning from ecological consulting to regional ecology, she excels in coordinating biodiversity conservation research across national parks. Her leadership emphasizes adaptive management principles, ensuring effective science-management interfaces. Previously a lecturer and research manager, she has nurtured future conservationists through training and mentoring. Dr. Maruping-Mzileni’s contributions extend globally, shaping conservation strategies and fostering a deep understanding of wildlife management. 🌿🔬

Teaching Experience

Dr. Nkabeng Maruping-Mzileni offers a range of specialized diploma and BTech courses focused on environmental conservation and wildlife management. The curriculum includes diverse programs such as Nature Conservation, Ecotourism Management, and Wildlife/Game Ranch Management. These courses are designed to equip students with practical skills and knowledge essential for preserving biodiversity and managing natural resources sustainably. Dr. Nkabeng Maruping-Mzileni’s dedication to education in these fields ensures that graduates are prepared to tackle current and future challenges in conservation and ecotourism 🌿🦒.

Research Achievements

Dr. Nkabeng Thato Maruping-Mzileni’s research illuminates critical insights into the dynamics of African wildlife. 🦁 Her recent study explores the impact of ecological factors on Roan Antelope populations in Mokala National Park, South Africa, highlighting the intricate balance between environmental drivers and species survival. Previous works delve into diverse aspects of wildlife ecology, including disease transmission in lions, spatial patterns of large cats, and shifts in lion prey selection. 🌍 Through her comprehensive approach, Dr. Maruping-Mzileni contributes significantly to our understanding of biodiversity conservation and ecosystem management in African savannas.

Relevant Field skills

Dr. Nkabeng Maruping-Mzileni brings a wealth of experience in Conservation Biology, spanning diverse regions like Canada, Namibia, and South Africa. 🌍 Her expertise includes telemetry, Cybertracker, CMore, and extensive surveys—both aerial and ground-based—focusing on various animal and vegetation surveying techniques. She specializes in the capture and monitoring of large, free-roaming mammals such as cheetahs, leopards, lions, rhinos, and various African ungulates. 🦁🦏 Dr. Maruping-Mzileni also excels in vegetation surveys, encompassing woody and herbaceous plants, plant taxonomy, classification, dynamics, and phenology. Additionally, her skills extend to captive animal care and handling, including species like vervet monkeys, chacma baboons, spotted hyenas, and more. 🌿

Community Engagement and Outreach

Dr. Nkabeng Maruping-Mzileni brings a wealth of experience and passion to her roles across various platforms. As a former board member of the International Wildlife Fellowship Foundation 🌍, her focus on promoting sustainable wildlife use for biodiversity conservation is evident. She also actively engages with the Next Einstein Forum, advocating for science and inspiring Lesotho’s youth since 2015 🧬. At the National University of Lesotho, she shares her expertise, emphasizing science as a catalyst for development 🎓. Her contributions to The Conversation Africa from 2014 to 2019 highlight her commitment to bridging scientific research with public awareness on conservation 📚.

Publications Top Notes

Livestock predation and its management in South Africa: A scientific assessment

Spatio-temporal separation between lions and leopards in the Kruger National Park and the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, South Africa

State-shifts of lion prey selection in the Kruger National Park

Uncovering hidden states in African lion movement data using hidden Markov models

Ecological drivers of female lion (Panthera leo) reproduction in the Kruger National Park

Effects of the number of people on efficient capture and sample collection: A lion case study

Spatial patterns of large African cats: a large‐scale study on density, home range size, and home range overlap of lions Panthera leo and leopards Panthera pardus

The implications of large home range size in a solitary felid, the Leopard (Panthera pardus)

Horizontal disease transmission in lions from behavioural interfaces via social network analysis

The ephemeral pans of Gras-Holpan: Mokala National Park, Northern Cape, South Africa

The re-introduction of captive bred cheetah into a wild environment, Makulu Makete Wildlife Reserve, Limpopo province, South Africa

Prof. Dr. Rolf Teschke | Environmental Science | Excellence in Scientific Innovation Award

KLINIKUM Hanau, Goethe University Frangkfurt Germany

Prof. Dr. Rolf Teschke, a distinguished figure in Environmental Science, has been honored with the Excellence in Scientific Innovation Award. 🎉 He is affiliated with KLINIKUM Hanau and Goethe University in Frankfurt, Germany. 🏥📚 Dr. Teschke’s groundbreaking work and innovative research have significantly advanced the field, earning him this prestigious recognition. His dedication to environmental science continues to inspire and pave the way for future advancements. 🌍🔬 This award celebrates his remarkable contributions and underscores his impact on the scientific community. 🏆

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Education

Prof. Dr. Rolf Teschke studied medicine at the universities of Munich and Marburg, where he received his M.D. 🎓 An internist specializing in gastroenterology and hepatology, he is a professor of Medicine at Heinrich Heine University of Düsseldorf. 🏥 His scientific and clinical interests focus on toxic liver injury and, more recently, heavy metals. ⚗️ From 1972 to mid-1975, he was a fellow at the Bronx VA Hospital/Mount Sinai Hospital in New York with Prof. Charles S. Lieber. In 1987, he became the director of Medical Department II at City Hospital Hanau, a teaching hospital of Johann Wolfgang Goethe University Frankfurt/Main. 🌐

Research and Innovation

Prof. Dr. Rolf Teschke has made significant contributions to health research, particularly in the area of heavy metals. His research, recognized with an H-index of 51 📈, highlights his impact in the scientific community. He has been involved in several consultancy projects addressing drug-induced liver injury (DILI) and herb-induced liver injury (HILI) issues. Dr. Teschke has also authored numerous books 📚 and has a patent under process for using cordycepin as a potential herbicide, which could replace glyphosate 🌿, in collaboration with Prof. Tran Dang Xuan from Hiroshima.

Professional Memberships

Prof. Dr. Rolf Teschke, a distinguished expert in his field, dedicated many years to academia and research until his retirement. 📚👨‍🏫 Renowned for his contributions, he has significantly impacted his area of expertise, mentoring numerous students and publishing influential papers. His legacy continues to inspire the academic community, leaving a lasting mark on his discipline. 🎓📖 Even in retirement, Dr. Teschke’s work remains a cornerstone for future scholars, reflecting his passion and dedication to advancing knowledge. 🌟🔬 His career serves as a testament to his commitment to education and research excellence.

Areas of Research

Prof. Dr. Rolf Teschke is renowned for his expertise in drug-induced liver injury (DILI) and herb-induced liver injury (HILI). 🌿🩺 He has significantly contributed to the field through his work on the Roussel Uclaf Causality Assessment Method (RUCAM), a standardized tool for evaluating liver injuries caused by various substances. 📊 His research also delves into the effects of heavy metals, alcohol, and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) on liver health. 🍷🔬 Dr. Teschke’s comprehensive approach to understanding liver toxicity has advanced our knowledge of how these factors contribute to liver disease and has improved diagnostic accuracy. 🧬🌟

Publications Top Notes

“Wilson Disease: Copper-Mediated Cuproptosis, Iron-Related Ferroptosis, and Clinical Highlights, with Comprehensive and Critical Analysis Update”

“Hemochromatosis: Ferroptosis, ROS, Gut Microbiome, and Clinical Challenges with Alcohol as Confounding Variable”

“Advances in Idiosyncratic Drug-Induced Liver Injury Issues: New Clinical and Mechanistic Analysis Due to Roussel Uclaf Causality Assessment Method Use”

Idiosyncratic Toxicology of Drugs in the Human Liver Compared with Animals: Basic Considerations”

“Aluminum, Arsenic, Beryllium, Cadmium, Chromium, Cobalt, Copper, Iron, Lead, Mercury, Molybdenum, Nickel, Platinum, Thallium, Titanium, Vanadium, and Zinc: Molecular Aspects in Experimental Liver Injury